EA572 - Port '&' to be deleted of type '&' does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EA - IDoc Basis Messages

• Message number: 572

• Message text: Port '&' to be deleted of type '&' does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EA572 - Port '&' to be deleted of type '&' does not exist ?

  The SAP error message EA572 indicates that there is an attempt to delete a port that does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's communication management, particularly when dealing with RFC (Remote Function Call) destinations or other communication ports.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Port: The port you are trying to delete has not been created or has already been deleted.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the port name or type specified in the deletion command.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings may not be correctly set up, leading to the system not recognizing the port.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or delete the specified port.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Port Existence: Check if the port you are trying to delete actually exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., SM59 for RFC destinations) and confirming the port's presence.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Ensure that the port name and type are correctly specified in your deletion command.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to the port to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations on ports. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use appropriate transaction codes to manage ports:
  
  SM59 for RFC destinations.
  SICF for HTTP services.
  WE21 for IDoc ports.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on managing ports and communication settings.
  Logs and Traces: If the issue persists, check system logs (transaction SM21) or traces (transaction ST01) for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.